Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: Teaching Assistant at a Leading Therapeutic Education Service in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire!

Leader Group is thrilled to partner with a renowned Therapeutic Education Service provider to recruit passionate Teaching Assistants. We have an exceptional opportunity available in Runcorn, Cheshire.

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Ellesmere Port, Runcorn, Cheshire
Salary: £23,400 - £24,765

Key Responsibilities:

• Mentor, Support, inspire: Work closely with learners, providing curriculum-based support both in the classroom and through home tuition, outreach, and outdoor activities.
• Prepare and Deliver: Assist in preparing learning materials and contribute to achieving learning objectives, with a strong emphasis on behavioural management.
• Track Progress: Maintain daily reports on learners' progress and address any barriers to learning.
• Engage with Families: Regularly communicate and interact with parents and caregivers to ensure a holistic approach to education.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passion for SEND: Demonstrates a committed and passionate approach to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Experience: A minimum of two years' experience in a SEND environment or similar educational setting.
• Qualifications: A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a Blue Light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive employee benefits, including a wellbeing app and various discounts
• Life assurance

What Makes Our Client Special?

Our client's school stands out due to the staff's exceptional ability to build strong, supportive relationships with students where other schools may not have succeeded. The school provides a caring, nurturing, trauma-informed environment that helps students feel safe and supported, encouraging them to engage in learning.

While academic qualifications like AQA unit awards, Functional Skills, and GCSEs are essential, the school also emphasises life skills. Students participate in activities such as outdoor learning, swimming, horse riding, rock climbing, e-sports, boxing, and more, ensuring they leave with a well-rounded skill set.

Join Us!

We welcome school tours as part of the interview process.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, suitable employment references, and online searches to safeguard our young people. This post is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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